Ice and Iceberg Scene Marked Catoctin Snow Damage
Heavy ice laden trees toppled or bent under weight after a freezing rainstorm. Fire towers and roads were damaged as limbs blocked routes and lines failed. Frederick residents faced icy streets, with five to eight inches of snow reported in several areas and crews working to restore access.
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Catoctin
Frederick
Herman Toms
Toms
Gambrill Park
South Mountains
Tourmont-Foxville
Repo
Thurmont
Brunswick
Frederick’s
Court Refuses Interference with Tojo Executions
The Supreme Court on December 20 declined to intervene in the executions of former Japanese wartime leaders, including Tojo. The 6 to 3 decision held no authority to halt the tribunal, confirming death sentences and setting the gallows as the final outcome for Tojo and 68 others.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Stary Tribunal
Tojo
Japan
Safe Driving Fund Seeks Budget Support for Program
The board discussed allocating 34 580 to fund a Safe Driving program and buy a vehicle, with supporters citing fewer accidents where the program operates. Commissioners offered mild support, noting action pending school board submission, while others urged expediting construction plans for an all gymnasium cafeteria and classrooms.
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Missioners
Osborne I. Farili
Charles W. Magaha
Bruce Crum
Merril Ramsburg
Libert Board
Sales Up But Earnings Down Chicago
Large meat packing and food processing firm TM Swift and Company reported higher sales and lower earnings for 1958 versus 1947. John Holmes, president, cited weaker meat operations and per dollar sales earnings of 115 cents, with year end assets around 291 million. He forecast a larger pig supply next spring offset by reduced cattle and calf production in 1949.
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Chicago
Swift and Company
John Holmes
Holmes
May Be Unable to Visit Nativity Scene in Jerusalem
Dec 20 1946 reports possible disruption of the annual Bethlehem procession as talks between Arab and Israeli forces stall. An army spokesman said the road to Bethlehem could be opened if formal approvals arrive, with Arab leaders signaling in principle agreement. Lt. Col Abd El Tel and other Arab commanders remained in dispute over access. Also noted are bids to be opened in Annapolis for a 6.69 million loan project funded by state securities.
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Jerusalem
Bethlehem
Jehiliop
Hix
Abd el Tel
Ord
Annapolis
Maryland
Board of Public Work
Joseph O. C. McCusker
Accidents Reported From Icy Road Conditions
A sequence of ice related crashes occurred Sunday along College Ave and nearby streets. No injuries were reported though several vehicles sustained about 150 dollars in damages. Trooper Patrick Stakem Jr. cited Jones and Fort involved in one collision on Main Street with Jones’s vehicle damaging a porch.
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Jone
C. Sheets
William Who Curnoi
Pentoners
Patrick Stakem, Jr
Jane
Three Czech Church Leaders Given Life Terms
In Prague on December 20, officials of the Catholic church in Czechoslovakia were convicted and sentenced to life terms following a political test case. The Rome nuncio and other church leaders faced a verdict amid ongoing tensions between church and state authorities.
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Prague
Czechoslovakia
Czecho
Rome
Mass Carol Sing Will Be Presented Tonight
A mass carol sing is scheduled for tonight with plans described on the front sheet. The article notes a minor fire incident at the palace and references Frederik praising the performers for their efforts.
Pro Grid Peace Talks Seek End To League Warfare
AAC envoys and NFL delegates met in Chicago to discuss a peace plan amid pro grid warfare over players and salaries. Proposals floated four AAC clubs joining the NFL, with details and names lingering as negotiators explore a settlement and franchise movements.
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Lagues
Huddie
Cleveland
San Francisco
NFL
Ben Lindheimer
Los Angeles Dons
Los Angeles
Jim Bret Buffalo
Bi Yankeener
AAC
NFL Boston
Eagles
Alexis Biy
Chicago
Breuile
Philadelphia
Calvary Church Plans Razing of Adjacent Home
Calvary Methodist plans to raze the former Cnaries Houck residence at 129 West Second Street, adjoining the church. The house, occupied by Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Peart, will be cleared to allow landscaping. debt concerns and prior housing delays cited.
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Cnaries Houck
West Second Street
Calvary Methodist
E. R. Peart
Calvary Church
Sundar
Three Aboard Motorboat Out Of Danger Near Ocean Beacon
Coast Guard headquarters reports three people aboard the 5 foot motorboat SS Hunt Brothers are out of danger after the boat ran aground in shallow water near a beacon off Onancock on the Virginia Eastern Shore. The vessel entered from a hole in the bow and was beached as rescue teams responded.
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Norfolk
Coast Guard
Hunt Brothers
Virginia
Chesapeake
Hampton
Deed Recorded For Farm Sale In New Market District
A deed was recorded in the clerk's office for the sale of a one acre farm portion of the former Markell property in New Market district. The transfer from Russell to Hickman to Mr and Mrs Johns Cone involved consideration of $17000, with revenue stamps noted.
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PFEP
Markell
New Market District
Russell
Hickman
Mr. Jhes
Perennial Bills Head Toward Maryland Legislature Debate
The Maryland General Assembly faces long running perennial issues. A constitutional amendment would expand the House from 123 to 125 members with seats allocated by county. Efforts to end or limit orphans courts, residency declarations for new voters, and women on juries are featured. Roadside zoning and farm building protections provoke farmer opposition. The session looms with tests on tax cooperatives and naturopathic practice.
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Annapo Dee
Maryland
Abe
Esposalould
Batere
Writien
Ful
Legislative Council
Vest Pocket Assembly
Baltimore Rey
State Bar Association
Balch
D-Talbart
Jon
Perenthis Wenial
Certa
Afart
Jafte Bet
Syberfard
Timele
He Farmers
New York City Endures Third Heaviest Snowfall in History
Deep storms from the Atlantic and Pacific converge over New York blanketing the city with 19.5 inches. Commuter trains and buses faced disruptions while subways and elevated lines operated near normal. some regional services were canceled amid record snow impacted by cross country systems.
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Chicago
New York City
Atlantic Seaboard
Carolina Coast
New York
Pacific Coast
Washington
New Jers
Pennsylvania
Maryand
Virginia
New England
Philadelphia
Hartford
Conn
West Coas
Cali
Middlewest
Wisconsin
Ohio
Indianapolis
Lafayette
Ind
Cascade Mountains
Gmia
Abe
New Jersey
England
Record & Lot
Tong Teland
Fat Qecetber
Leiby Bonded On Larceny Charge In O'Toole's Theft
Merlin James Leiby a 20 year old Frederick man linked to four garage robberies in the area was released on 1500 bond in Peoples Court on a larceny charge tied to the latest theft at O'Toole's farm in Thurmont. He suspected of stealing four batteries worth 49 and 69 dollars from O'Toole's garage last Wednesday night, the fourth break in at that site. Local officers said loot from the raids was recovered and bond arrangements made in connection with the case.
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Merlin James Leiby
Frederick
Peoples Court
O'Toole
Thurmont
Harrisburg
Leiby
Frederer Te Han Develope
Communists Attack At Tientsin In Civil War Skirmish
Dispatches from Peiping report heavy clashes as Communist forces strike at Tientsin and threaten nearby areas. The report notes street fighting in the southern city and that Nanking approaches remain quiet amid fluctuating front lines.
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Canton
Red
Nanking
Former paratrooper Lada escapes stockade after breaking blockade
Berlin reports Edward J. Lada, once a paratrooper who breached a Russian blockade for love, vanished from an Army stockade. MPs searched homes of two German women, Ursula Schmidt and Ruth Riecki, amid unclear motives and a visa request for Ruth and a baby.
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Berlin
Edward J. Lada
U. S
Lada
Char
Ursula Schmidt
Ruth Riecki
Ruth
Sheal
Ursula
Chief On Bail Continues Work After Murder Charge
Police report Combs remains at work while out on a $591 bond following a murder charge. Details indicate Middleton, a restaurant operator, was killed last Friday.
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Char Combs
Munnty Tera
T Friday Middleton
Wastaurant
Austerity Program Ordered For Japan
A likely wartime note reports an austerity program in Japan aimed at curbing labor interference and wartime speculation. The article notes occupation orders affecting business and national economy, with emphasis on controlling economic practices.
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Grauds
Dutch Forces Advance in Java Amid Indonesia Crisis
Dutch troops push through Java and Sumatra after airborne capture of Jogjakarta. High Republican leaders including Soekarno and Hatta reportedly in custody as Netherlands vows continued offensive. U.N. Security Council meets in emergency session amid growing international concern.
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Batavia
Java
Indonesia
Jogjakarta
Netherlands Army
Sumatra
Jorgjakarta Seige
Netherlands
Soekaene
Mohamed Hatta
Agus Salim
Sutan’ Sjahrir
Soederiman
Jogjake
Pearl Harbor
Asa
Magowo
Netherland
East Java
Necara
Hague
Gaithersburg Ex Mayor Dies After Long Time Service
Gaithersburg mourns the death of a former mayor who long served the community after moving from another city. Details on his bake shop business and early life are limited, with scattered references to local figures and places. The obituary notes he had ties to Gaithersburg and nearby areas, leaving a notable local legacy.
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W. Raymond Walter
Salamander Tower
Auto Afire United
Wisner Street
Elong
Trelley and Auto
Copenhig
P—Adre
Noandt
Ming Ring
Frederik
Pro Grid
Dalesandra di Department
R. Bond
Depu
Paul
Maore
John F How
Berwick
Fifth Streeu
Tientsin
Metropolis
Peiping
Sun Fo
China Tientein
Cer
Associated Press
Eiping
Battefeld
U.N
Yaris
Dee
United Nations Security Council
Hatasia
Contest
Gaithersburg
Wil of
Gaithers
Rmeriy
McBain
Newport News
E Lane, Jr
Connellie
Air Force Base
E C. Richeivan
Clarence E.mond Triton
Tilton
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